SPECIAL REPORT
Fryer Makers Crank Up R&D
Keeping up with high-production,
high-efficiency gas fryer advances
is getting harder, thanks to the
research and development efforts of
the top fryer makers.

SPECIAL REPORT
Gas Fryer Gallery
Turn here for six gas fryers all
introduced or significantly updated
in the last 24 months.

SHORT REPORT
Energy Star Expands Program
The 2007 To-Do List for the EPA's
Energy Star team includes qualifying
two new equipment categories,
researching a third, and updating
specs for cold equipment and
steamers.

Tracking The Cutting Edge
This month's hot new products
include a unit to stop fats and
grease from entering water lines and
a new, unusual way to light
alternative spaces.

SPECIAL REPORTPower PlayFailed deregulation efforts, hurricane-ravaged infrastructures and increasing energy demand leave you one choice: switch to an energy-managed business model. Read how some chains are doing it, and how utilities are lending a hand.

MAINTENANCE TIPSCool RunningIf you've got equipment sporting condenser coilsand who doesn't?read on for tips to keep up with basic maintenance.

TOOLS OF THE TRADEKitchen Innovations ProductsIf you've got equipment sporting condenser coilsand who doesn't?read on for tips to keep up with basic maintenance.

OCTOBER 2007FEATURED PRODUCTSTracking The Cutting EdgeA new conveyor oven, an ozone-enhanced water dispenser and a flatware-wrapping machine join the ranks of innova-tive products now coming to market.

SPECIAL REPORTGrade Expectations: Life After 304Cost of 304 stainless got you down? Here's a guide to reli-able alternatives you can choose now when spec'ing your kitchen equipment.

SPECIAL REPORTIt's A Smallwares WorldJazzy cutting boards, a quick-stop scale and a foamed milk dispenser light up the field of Smallwares winners.

SPECIAL REPORTThe Tabletop ChallengeFunctionality and good looks win the judges' hearts during this year's Tabletop competition.

SHORT REPORTThe Paths To Better ServiceLooking for the secret to better equipment service? Think of service agents as partners invested in your success.

NEWS & DEPARTMENTS

FROM THE FIELDMeasuring The Speed Of ChangeIt used to be that equipment improved slowly, and in ways hard to measure. Now it clearly improves every year.

SHORT REPORTKeeping Up With Drive-Through TechnologyNew menu boards, payment solutions and communication systems are emerging at a fast and furious pace. Are you and your unit managers ready to embrace them?

SPECIAL REPORTThe Essence Of SpeedWhether you're looking at traditional microwave ovens or combi versions that add other cooking components, today's microwave technology makes short work of many cooking applications.

SHOW REPORTA Guide To Global ShowsGo anywhere in the world and you'll find a foodservice exhibition. Go to these particular exhibitions and you'll find the best in international equipment development and technology.

FEATURED PRODUCTSTracking The Cutting EdgeTechnologies from Canada, Denmark, England and Japan are spotlighted in this month's feature product gallery.